The Schwartz Lab in the College of the Life Sciences and the Environment at the University of Rhode Island is hiring a Postdoctoral Researcher for a project funded by the National Science Foundation. The researcher will use computational tools, including machine learning, to examine phylogenetic datasets. The postdoc will be expected to lead data analysis, apply for additional funding, collaborate with graduate students and undergraduates, and produce results resulting in publications. Prior experience with genetic data, phylogenetics, and scripting is expected. No prior experience with machine learning is necessary, but a willingness to learn is required. The position will be for one year with the expectation of renewal on successful performance.

Please read the expectations and responsibilities prior to applying for this position.

Required skills and expectations: * PhD by the time of hire in a biological or computational field with work relevant to bioinformatics and evolutionary biology * Record of academic success, including at least one published paper * Background in phylogenetics and evolution * Experience with genome sequence data including building phylogenies in RAxML, IQTree, or similar * Experience coding in R, Python, or another language * Commitment to supporting diverse students and an inclusive lab environment

Preferred skills: * Experience working in an HPC environment * Experience developing software (e.g. R packages) * Experience with machine learning tools (e.g. Scikit-learn) * Interest in open-access and reproductible research

I recognize that many people will not be in a position to relocate immediately. The position may begin remotely, although the postdoc will be expected to relocate by summer 2020.

Salary: $50,000 plus family medical benefits. A limited moving subsidy and necessary computing equipment will be provided.

Location: URI is located in the southern part of Rhode Island, approximately a 40 minute drive from Providence and a 10 minute drive to multiple beaches. The Schwartz Lab is housed on the main URI campus in Kingston in the new Center for Biotechnology and the Life Sciences.

To apply, please submit the following applications materials: - Cover letter - CV - Names of three academic/professional references

Submit application materials and any questions about this position to Rachel Schwartz, . Application review will begin on August 1 with an expected start date between January 1 and June 30, 2021.